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George Allison

George Allison
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George Allison is the founder and editor of the UK Defence Journal. He holds a degree in Cyber Security from Glasgow Caledonian University and specialises in naval and cyber security topics. George has appeared on national radio and television to provide commentary on defence and security issues. Twitter: @geoallison

How many Ajax vehicles will be delivered and when?

446 Ajax vehicles are scheduled for delivery from 2024 to 2028, with deliveries varying from 93 in 2024 to 125 in 2027, plus an extra 143 vehicles set to be retrofitted and delivered by 2029.

HMS Queen Elizabeth arrives in Rosyth for repairs

HMS Queen Elizabeth has arrived in Rosyth, Scotland, for crucial repairs.

Rolls-Royce selects WSP for AUKUS expansion in Derby

Rolls-Royce today announced leading multi-disciplinary professional services consultancy WSP as its non-fissile design partner - a key milestone in the expansion of its Raynesway site.

German air force supports NATO special forces

The German Air Force’s contribution to exercise Nordic Response provides air transport, low-level flying and Special Forces airdrop capabilities with an A400M transport aircraft.

DE&S to work with McLaren Racing

DE&S’ Future Capability Innovation team will collaborate with McLaren Racing on projects across DE&S and the wider MOD.

UK and Australia sign new defence agreement

The agreement will help facilitate UK submarine crews visiting Australia.

Shadow Defence Minister blasts ‘rhetoric’ instead of funding

John Healey has blasted the Defence Secretary for the significant discrepancy between the government's rhetoric and the grim reality of military funding and preparedness.

British surveillance aircraft patrols Black Sea

A Royal Air Force RC-135 surveillance aircraft was deployed today to monitor Russian forces in occupied Ukraine.

U.S. approves sale of 1,798 missiles of various types to Poland

The United States has finalised the approval for a sale to Poland of 1,798 air-launched missiles across three types.

Royal Navy exploring replenishing missiles at sea

"The Ministry of Defence is actively investigating options for alternative means of replenishing VLS, including underway replenishment."